| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1887
Appeal against conscription of: Leonard Holmes
Age: 37
Address: Grove Square, Leyburn
Occupation: Master tailor
Local tribunal: Leyburn Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Leonard Holmes
Summary of case: Partner in the Firm of Cook and Sons carrying on business in Leyburn as tailors. Both Holmes and Cook are practical tailors and the only ones in town. It will mean a serious loss if more men are taken from the business.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 Oct 1916. Allowed. Certificate to be cancelled. Military Appeal |